Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 855

There had been a time when Lena had unconsciously pushed Aaron to the back of her mind.

As she unpacked in her room, the evidence of his meticulous care was everywhere. From the bathroom to the closet, every detail was already handled. Her personal essentials? Perfectly stocked. When she was younger, being with Aaron meant she never had to think or plan-he always had it covered. Apparently, nothing had changed.

When Lena stepped out, the dining table was set with a spread that looked straight out of a food magazine.

"Uncle Aaron, don't tell me these are pre-made meals," she said, narrowing her eyes in disbelief.

It had only been a short while since they'd arrived, yet he somehow managed to have everything ready.

"For your first meal here? No chance. Come try it," Aaron replied, already sitting down.

What Lena didn't know was that he'd started prepping before picking her up-soup simmering, ingredients chopped, everything ready to finish when they got back. peppers with

asparagus, roasted

The table held honey-glazed pork ribs, sautéed red eggplant with herbs, and a crisp green salad. Every dish was something Lena loved.

in a while," Aaron said

suspiciously. "Wait, my

like she'd just insulted

thought, "This girl was seriously

the table but Aaron stopped her. "No need. Just write down anything you're missing, and we'll grab it later." "You've already thought of everything," she said softly. Then, after a pause, "Thank

dock his assistant's bonus for

Lena, she answered with a face mask on- before. Naturally, I couldn't resist. "Wow, Dr. Lane, feeling fancy today?" "Why not?" she

Chapter 855

tools-the works. Not using

I teased, then frowned. "Wait a second... that's

quickly. "And don't get the wrong idea. If Hayden hadn't come back,

you're still welcome," Hayden cut in, smirking from

shot back. "But if I come, I'm sharing a bed with your wife. Don't throw a fit

grinned. "If Aaron lets

been too long since we all laughed like

shifted to a more serious topic. "So, when can I